King's College Tours and Tickets

Q: What’s the best way to experience King's College?

There are plenty of ways to experience King's College. Looking at ratings and reviews previously provided by customers, these are the best tours available right now:<ul><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Cambridge/Walking-tour-of-Cambridge-University/d22327-14229P1" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Cambridge/Punting-and-Walking-tour-ticket-combo/d22327-14229P2" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Cambridge Walking & Punting Tour by Alumni™ King's College Option</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Cambridge/COVID-19-Shared-Punt-Tour/d22327-8978P7" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Shared Punt Tour—Cambridge</a></li><li><a href="https://www.viator.com/tours/Cambridge/Shared-Punting-Tour/d22327-14229P4" class="markdown_inline_link" target="_blank">Cambridge University Colleges Guided Punting Tour</a></li></ul>

Q: How much does it cost to visit King's College in 2026?

Entry tickets to King's College currently cost from £16.50 on weekdays and £17.50 at weekends. Discounts are available for early booking, children, students, and families. You can explore the grounds and Chapel of King’s College on a self-guided basis, but other areas of the campus are off-limits to the public.

Q: Do I need to prebook King’s College tickets?

No, you don’t have to prebook entry to King’s College Chapel and grounds, although it’s recommended. While you can buy walk-up tickets at the King’s College Visitor Centre opposite the Chapel on the day, booking online will guarantee your entry. This is especially important during peak times, as visitor numbers are capped.

Q: What are the main attractions at King’s College?

The main attraction is King’s College Chapel, a vision of 15th-century Gothic architecture. Inside, it boasts a spectacular fan vaulted ceiling, an altar screen carved with Henry VIII’s and Anne Boleyn’s initials, and Rubens’ masterpiece The Adoration of the Magi. Other highlights include the stunning Chapel exterior seen from the Back Lawn.

Q: How long does it take to tour King’s College?

If you’re visiting King’s College independently, your ticket allows for a self-guided tour at your own pace, so the time you spend exploring is down to you. That said, most visitors find that around an hour is enough to admire the Chapel and the views of it from the Back Lawn.

Q: When is the best time to visit King’s College?

The best time to visit King’s College is from March through June, when temperatures are mild, and summer’s crowds have yet to arrive. Exploring during term times also means you can experience the Chapel’s Evensong, typically sung by the King’s College Choir at 5:30pm weekdays, and 10:30am and 3:30pm Sundays.

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Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

Experience one of the world’s most famous universities on a walking tour of the prestigious Cambridge University. Gain insider insight you'd otherwise miss as you follow your guide—either a current student or alumnus—around architectural highlights such as Trinity College, King’s College, and Corpus Christi College. See the halls where alumni, including Sir Isaac Newton and C.S. Lewis, once walked, and peek into student haunts such as The Eagle pub.

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Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

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This tour is a great choice for history fans. Learn about Cambridge’s past and how it became a world-class University city over the last eight centuries. Hear stories about former Cambridge students who changed the world—Isaac Newton, William Wilberforce, and John Milton—as well as several ideas and ideologies that stemmed from this great institution. Explore many of Cambridge’s most interesting sights in one day and touch on subjects such as the abolition of the British slave trade, the Protestant Reformation, and the development of modern science.

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Cambridge Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

The Best Way to Discover Cambridge: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo at the Trinity College Great Court or a view from the tower of Great St Mary’s and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Parker’s Piece, Scott Polar Institute, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Mathematical Bridge, University Museum Of Zoology, The Corpus Clock, King’s College, Great St Mary’s, Trinity College, and St. John’s College.

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Classic Cambridge Walking Tour with Certified Guide

Led by knowledgeable, entertaining, and accredited Green-Badge guide Taj, this tour immerses you into Cambridge's history, legacy, and classic charm. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a curious explorer, or simply looking for an inspiring walking experience, this tour brings Cambridge to life in an interactive and engaging way. You will see the city's most iconic landmarks, stunning architecture, and quaint corners, learn about the origins of the university and town, see Cambridge College life from the inside, and hear tales of royals, rebels, religious men, poets and revolutionary scientists like Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking. You will also visit the Old Cavendish laboratory where discoveries like electrons and the structure of DNA were made, the famous Eagle pub, a thousand-year-old church, and a strangely captivating time-eating monster. The tour will conclude on Cambridge's most iconic street: King's Parade. Every step reveals the brilliance of Cambridge’s past and present.

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Classic Cambridge Walking Tour with Certified Guide

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A punting ride is an essential Cambridge experience, but driving your own punt can be much trickier than it looks. Instead, let someone else do the hard work for you with this shared punting experience. Set off on a group tour with a guide to steer and maneuver the boat. Along the way, tick off famous colleges—such as St. John’s, Trinity, and King’s—and find out interesting stories about the city.

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Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge

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The Most Entertaining Tour of Cambridge by An Ex-Student

Swap a standard walking tour for a fun, entertaining exploration of Cambridge led by an ex-student. Packed with dark, romantic, and humorous stories, you'll visit highlights like the Old Cavendish Laboratory, Cambridge's second-oldest pub, St John's College, and more. With plenty of time for questions and recommendations for dining and other activities, uncover the history of Cambridge University—from its famous students to its origins over 800 years ago.

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The Most Entertaining Tour of Cambridge by An Ex-Student

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The Original Uncomfortable Cambridge™ Tour

History is rarely straightforward, and the history of Cambridge is full of complexity. This small-group tour, which is designed, researched, and guided by Cambridge University students and academics, focuses on the more difficult questions concerning the city’s past. You’ll learn about controversial monuments and memories, and the impact of imperialism on the university city. And, you’ll see some top Cambridge attractions along the way.

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The Original Uncomfortable Cambridge™ Tour

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Former Student’s Cambridge Colleges: An Outdoor Audio Tour

Looking for an independent and flexible way to see Cambridge? This private self-led audio tour via smartphone app offers a convenient, budget-friendly sightseeing option with GPS guidance. Upon booking, download the app to your phone, and enjoy lifetime access to the recording. When you’re ready, make your own way to 9 King's Parade, pop in your headphones, and let the tour—recorded by a former Cambridge student and resident—guide you around the city.

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A shared punting experience is a cost-effective alternative to hiring a private punt for just your group, and this tour has been specially adapted to meet COVID-19 safety and sanitation measures. Get assigned a private seating area (for up to three or six travelers) on a shared punt with perspex screens to separate you from other parties. Along the way, see the backs of seven Cambridge Colleges and learn fun facts about the city.

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Private | Cambridge University Tour By Alumni™ & King's Chapel

Learn about the secrets of Cambridge University on this private, guided walking tour. Explore the colleges with a knowledgeable insider—a current or former student. You can ask your guide questions about what life at Cambridge is really like, and hear behind-the-scenes anecdotes about the Oxbridge admissions process. Along the way, look out for highlights from the Mathematical Bridge to the Backs, and even upgrade to visit King's College Chapel.

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The (abridged) Complete History of Cambridge Walking Tour

From humble beginnings as the Anglo-Danish town of Grantabridge to the thriving city of Cambridge, we'll walk through over 1000 years of history in 1 hour as we tell the whole (slightly abridged) story of Cambridge. Using maps, fun facts and a big dollop of humour; we'll visit key sites in our story and understand the development of town beyond what the tourists tours and guidebooks will tell you. May contain: Anglo-Saxons, Fires, Vikings, Normans, Town vs Gown drama, Fairs, Kings, Queens, Common Land, Churches, Charters, Chancellors, Monks, Mayors, Markets, and a few beheadings. If that wasn't enough, we're a local social enterprise promoting Cambridge history, culture and sustainable tourism; your fantastic Experience Leaders will be local people with lived experience of exclusion, particularly homelessness, in Cambridge.

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Cambridge Walking and Punting Shared Combined Tour

This tours bring Cambridge to life through the eyes of those who truly know it — sharing real stories about student life, the university application process, and the hidden traditions only locals can tell. Founded by a University of Cambridge graduate and lifelong resident, this experiences are designed with authenticity, warmth, and personal insight. Starting from a peaceful, exclusive location at the longest and most scenic stretch of the River Cam, and punting route includes two extra sights. After the punting ,the walking route flows naturally through the city with no backtracking, helping you see more in less time. We provide blankets, umbrellas, and local discount coupons for comfort, and offer multilingual tours in Chinese, Spanish, and more, with audio or written guides when needed. As one of Cambridge’s most trusted and recommended operators, we focus on genuine stories, thoughtful details, and the unforgettable charm that make every guest fall in love with this historic city.

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True Trailblazers: The Women of Cambridge Self-Guided Audio Tour

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear stories about the women who fought for educational equality, made groundbreaking scientific discoveries, shaped the arts, and changed politics at Cambridge University. Hear the stories of women became pioneers in their fields, campaigners for reform, and leaders of the world. The tour starts where Cambridge University was founded in 1209, at Great St Mary’s Church. Pass the Old Cavendish Laboratory and learn about Dorothy Hodgkin – Britain’s first female Nobel Prize winner in science. Walk along the river Cam and past buildings where women created their own societies of learning while being excluded from the university. The tour concludes at Senate House, where the final battles for women’s equal education were fought and won. By the end of this 90-minute tour, you’ll have heard the untold stories of Cambridge’s women, and discovered how they continue to inspire change in the ongoing fight for full equality at the university – and beyond.

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True Trailblazers: The Women of Cambridge Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Most day trips from London only visit Oxford or Cambridge—but on this seamless, full-day coach tour, you can look forward to visiting both historic university cities in one trip. In Cambridge, admire sights like the Bridge of Sighs, the River Cam, historic university buildings, and more. In Oxford, you'll spot sights from the Bodleian Library to Christ Church. Admission to Christ Church and King's College is included, so there are no hidden costs, while walking tours of each help you navigate with ease.

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Take to the water for a quintessential Cambridge experience on this small-group punting tour. Step aboard a traditional punt and drift downstream on the Cam River, past the famous college "Backs." Glide beneath the Mathematical Bridge and Bridge of Sighs; admire views of landmarks including the King's College Chapel and Trinity Hall; and listen as your guide shares insider stories about the legendary university city.

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Oxbridge Audio Walking Tours - Guided By Expert Historian

Take a day trip out of London and explore the two most famous university towns in the world - Oxford and Cambridge. These 5 self-guided tours will walk you through these charming and unique historic towns as you discover their most iconic architectural, historical, and literary spots. Our tour of Oxford, narrated by local historians, will take you to Oxford’s most iconic spots including Exeter College, Radcliffe Square, and the Sheldonian Theatre. We’ll hear about the ancient tales that live in this city, as well as the story behind the birth of one of the world’s most famous universities! Our 4 tours of Cambridge will give you an introduction to Cambridge, give an insight into what it's really like to study at the University of Cambridge, as well as the history behind the University’s most famous alumni! Note: This is a self-guided audio walking tour and does not include entrance tickets

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Turning the Streets of Cambridge Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to see the city! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest, discover the city's highlights, explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

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Private | Cambridge University Colleges Guided Punting Tour

A punt along the River Cam is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the atmosphere of Cambridge. This 45-minute guided tour begins at the boathouse and takes you gently along the river, offering views of the city's most picturesque sights. You’ll pass the paddocks of Trinity, the iconic bridges of Cambridge, and the famous King’s College Chapel facing the river. Along the way, you’ll also see Queens’ College — the oldest building on the river — and the striking architecture of the royal foundations. As you glide past tranquil green spaces and elegant college buildings, you can enjoy light refreshments on board. With peaceful surroundings, historic views, and the option to sip and relax, this experience captures the charm of one of the most famous waterways in the world.

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Cambridge is just an hour or so by train from London (or Uber-Taxi ride)and makes for a great day trip or indeed a place for a longer stay. Join me and follow in the footsteps of such luminaries as Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin and Professor Stephen hawking. Cambridge is famous around the world for its renowned university education and it only takes a few hours here to understand what an inspiring place it is. History seeps outs of every stone as you wonder around this beautiful centre of learning and walking from one college to another through courtyards and into ornate chapels. Cambridge is instantly recognisable from numerous television series and films and we will explore some of the most beautiful and historic sights. We will visit some of the most famous spots and several out of the way too and have time for any souvenirs, tea shops or an old pub along the way.

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Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

Luke_A, Apr 2026

Alumni University walking tour

We went on the alumni university walking tour. We got very lucky with the weather, a beautiful April afternoon. John our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and ran the tour at a great pace. Yes we ran over time a little, but we didn’t feel rushed, we able to take in the beauty of Cambridge, and learnt some great information along the way. Would definitely recommend.

Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option

Ann_B, Apr 2026

Short midweek break

Excellent tour with Oisin. He was very knowledgeable and made the history of Cambridge and student life very interesting

Cambridge Walking & Punting Tour by Alumni™ King’s College Option

Christine_L, Apr 2026

From Cambridge MA to Cambridge UK

Rupert was knowledgeable, articulate and funny. He tiold Great stories and interacted with the tour group. He was great!

Cambridge Walking & Punting Tour by Alumni™ King’s College Option

Gaye_C, Mar 2026

Very good tour

Very good tour with and emphasis on the University and the student experience. A good overview of the city. AG was a very good guide.

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Know before you go

History buffs and architecture fans won’t want to miss a visit to King’s College.
Admission tickets to King’s College can be purchased both online and on the day from the King’s College Visitor Centre.
King’s College is free to enter for children aged 11 and below, when accompanied by a paying adult.
Visitors can attend Evensong for free.
King’s College Chapel and the grounds are fully accessible for wheelchair users and strollers.

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